Briefly describe the components of a change management project plan. 

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2. Why is it necessary to analyze strategic planning during a change process? Give reasons.

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3. Explain the use of SWOT analysis in developing a change strategy.

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4. Why do staffs resist change in organizations? Given examples.

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5. Why is the cost benefit analysis extremely important for a change management? Discuss.

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6. Why is it important to have regular consultation and communication during change management?

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7. Explain external environment's impact on organization's change management strategy. Give examples.

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8. How would you measure the success of your change management project?

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Part C - Essay

Change in organizations, large and small, private orgovernments are common. If we study our business environment we will find that many such organizational changes are happening everywhere. Obviously, the purpose of change in organizations is probably not the same, but the core objective of change management remains common i.e. to make organizations stronger, better and competitive. However, there are many instances where we see change initiatives fail or become unsuccessful.

Write a short essay explaining what a 'Change Management' is and why change programs often fail and therefore, suggest ways to manage them successfully.

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